Description
Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry. This delightful dish pairs juicy chicken meatballs with a creamy coconut sauce infused with zesty spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe promises to transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, ginger, cilantro, garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- In a pot over medium heat, sauté red curry paste in oil until fragrant. Slowly stir in coconut milk to create the sauce.
- Gently add meatballs to the simmering sauce and cook for 15-20 minutes over low heat until cooked through.
- Stir in lime juice and fish sauce before serving. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired and serve over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg